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pharaonic

/ˌfɛə.ɹeɪˈɒn.ɪk/
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• adjective

1

Relating to or characteristic of the ancient Egyptian pharaohs or their era.

Example

"The museum's new wing showcases a remarkable collection of pharaonic artifacts discovered in the Valley of the Kings."

2

On a colossal, extravagant, or monumental scale reminiscent of the grand monuments built by Egyptian pharaohs.

Example

"Critics argued that the mayor's pharaonic infrastructure project would bankrupt the city's treasury."

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• Nearby Words

phantom
phantomlike
pharaoh
pharaonic
pharisee
pharma
pharmaceutical

Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from Late Latin 'Pharaonicus', from 'Pharao' (pharaoh), which traces back via Ancient Greek and Hebrew to the Egyptian 'pr-ꜥꜣ', literally meaning 'great house' or 'palace'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Pharaonic. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/pharaonic
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